YWCA

YWCA is the leading charity working with the most disadvantaged young women in England and Wales.
YWCA ywr brif elusen syn gweithio gydar menywod ifanc mwyaf difreintiedig yng Nghymru a Lloegr.

Welsh

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Ways we can work together

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Sponsor our work

Your company could raise its profile and help us continue our work by sponsoring our:

  • informal education, entry to employment, skills for life and personal development courses;
  • research papers and briefings on employment, training, education and skills;
  • national and local events.
Employee volunteering

Employee volunteers can gain new skills and experience which will benefit the workplace and the time and expertise of your staff add value to our work.

Provide pro-bono professional support and expertise

We are looking for expertise in marketing, legal training and consultancy services.

Become an inspirational role model or mentor

Talk to young women about careers or provide one-to-one mentoring support with things like CV writing and interviews to improve their chances of getting a job.

Offer work placements

Help young women understand more about the work environment and give them the chance to try out different jobs.

Take part in our fundraising events and adventure challenges

A fundraising event is a great way for your company to do some team-building and have fun while supporting our work.

Payroll giving

Show you care and raise staff morale by setting up a payroll giving scheme.

Sign up for our supporters' newsletter

Receive regular updates about our work and campaigns.

Recycle printer cartridges

Help the environment and support our work by recycling printer and toner cartridges. Email Louise Sprackling for your starter pack.

If you would like to get your company involved with YWCA email Louise Sprackling or call 01856 304242.

we think

we think

...that all young people should get non-gender stereotypical careers advice and guidance

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their stories

their stories

Jenny was bullied at school and fell behind in her lessons. She felt let down by her teachers.

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quote

"SummitSkills is pleased to work with YWCA to create opportunities for girls to have a taste of what it is like to work in non-stereotypical roles."
Kevin Dowd, operations manager, SummitSkills

fact

84% of women in prison left school at 16 or younger